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Kicking up the hype in Penang JD unveils latest King of Trainers store at Gurney Plaza

Ending the year on a high note, JD Sports has officially opened the doors of its second store in the beautiful and culturally rich city of Penang located strategically in Gurney Plaza, the island’s most popular mall.

Customers  in attendance for the opening day got to explore a range of some of the world’s leading sports fashion brands at the brand new store. Also present were some of the Penang’s most fashionable locals such as Anerly Fang, Clarence Wong, Jestinna Kuan and Julene Khor.

The official launch of JD King of Trainers Gurney Plaza brings the total of JD stores in Malaysia to a whopping 11 stores. The location covers an area of 9,670 square feet making it the largest store for the brand in Penang. JD Gurney Plaza houses the latest in sneaker trends with selections such as the Adidas Falcon, Puma RS-X Toys, Fila Disruptor 2, Nike Air Max 97 Gel along with a collection of JD-exclusive designs and colourways.

“The new store cements the brand’s presence in Penang. Local consumers here can continue to enjoy the JD brand with its engaging retail experience and exclusive products. As a community filled with trend-setters and fashion enthusiasts, we hope to continuously provide Penangites with the latest in trainers, clothing and accessories within a location that is ideal for them. This second JD Sports store in Penang gives them the best brands and selections under one roof including Adidas, Nike, Lacoste, Vans, Puma and many more, offering the latest and most exclusive trainers to Penangites,” said Andre Loong, Chief Operations Officer, JD Sports Malaysia. 

“As a multi-branded, multi-category retailer, we really have the ability to be a one-stop shop for our customers. JD has some of the best and most exclusive products from leading global brands that was once inaccessible in the Penang market,” Andre Loong said.

For a limited time only, customers will stand a chance to purchase an exclusive limited edition pair of trainers such as Air Jordan 1 ‘Rookie of the Year’ , Air Jordan 11 ‘Concord’ , Air Jordan 1 ‘Pine Green’ and Air Jordan 1 ‘Paris Saint Germain FC’. Other promotions include a complimentary care-service by Crep Protect for their pair of trainers when they purchase any product in store. Customers also stand a chance to win exclusive holiday gifts from JD Sports and an all-expense paid trip to the United Kingdom when they spend RM600 in a single receipt from now till 25 December.

JD Sports first launched in Malaysia in January 2016. With 30 years of expertise in sports fashion retail, JD distributes a comprehensive range of the latest and best street style sports fashion brands like Adidas Originals, Nike, New Balance, Converse, Lacoste, Pink Soda Sport and more.

To keep up to date with all things JD follow us on:  Facebook;  JD Sports Malaysia  and Instagram; jdsportsmy. JD is also available online at www.jdsports.my.

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